Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the auction start time to preview what is for sale. You are buying it "as is" -- so know what you might be bidding on. If there are "box lots" (a box of items sold together) take a look at what is in each box.

Get your number -- for this, you will need your driver's license. Check to see if there is any "buyer's fee" -- that is an additional amount/percentage you will pay if you win an item.

When an item comes up that you are interested in, plan how high you will go -- and jump in. To place a bid - raise your number. Once you make your initial "notice of intent" -- the auctioneer will follow your head nod or shake to see if you are still in it. Most auctions move in $5.00 increments--and don't worry, scratching your head will not be considered a bid.

If you win an item - write it down on your card -- that way you know how much you are spending --- easy to forget if you spend a bit of time at auction. Generally they will give you the item right away to stash at your feet or near by.

So, what did we get?

Hint: see that galvanized container of signs in the middle of the picture -- that is at my feet.

Sunday, March 20, 2011

*I awoke to rain this morning - such a lovely sound.*Today I will open the big green trunk in the living room& out will come all the charming spring decorations.It is time, actually -- it is about time.

Location: Augusta, Wisconsin (click on Barn Sales under Chapters to right for directions)

New this year -- several discount opportunities:

Follow this Blog and get your super secret passcode for savings right away on Saturday morning -- perhaps a secret hand shake, words...hmmm?! To assure you get in on this, become a "Follower" and this will be sent right to you.

From 2-5 on Saturday, items will be discounted by 20%. Note...to be fair, items will not be held until this time.

All day Sunday (12-5), items will be discounted by 30% --- Wow! Again, no lay-away until then.

As always -- discounts are not cumulative -- in other words, only one discount applies depending upon when you shop.

My oh my --- let's get beyond all this rule stuff and get ready for Spring, fun and the May Barn Sale.

Welcome to my little blog...I post a little something when the mood strikes...sometimes I open up a post for comments, but most of the time I don't. I know how complicated commenting on blogs can be, and want to keep this simple....I just thank you for visiting!

"I roamed the countryside searching for answers to things I did not understand." Leonardo da Vinci

Our Barn Sale is again featured in Flea Market Style, Spring 2013. We are blushing here!

A Bit About Me...

I have this little Steiff Rabbit with most of its mohair fur worn off. That is me...not perfect, a little worn, but plenty loved.
I am a gatherer, and I also pay attention to details. If you can describe something as "sweet" or "charming" -- I likely will need to adopt it. I believe in wonder, and I pray I will always feel hopeful at the end of the day. Sunshine on my shoulder will sometimes make me cry and barefeet will always make me smile.

Feel free to contact me...

We arrived at our farm in 2006: found it on a Saturday-- owned it on Tuesday. It took almost a year before we could move in....and now, we count our blessings every day.

We come home. At the end of our journey -- this embrace of a farm awaits us. We come home. We breathe. We come home.

Welcome to our farm, our lives --- this is who we are.

I wonder....
what would have happened if we hadn't traveled northwest that Saturday. If we hadn't stopped in awe at this vacant farm. If we hadn't fought to adopt her and soothe her hurts. What would have been lost or missed in our lives? I wonder.